Description
French Apple Cake is a classic dessert that pairs tart apples with a tender, buttery rum-infused cake. Perfect for dessert, a cozy snack, or even breakfast, this versatile recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers a delicately flavored treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons dark rum (or milk, apple cider, or apple juice)
- 2 large baking apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and chopped
- Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla and rum (or substitute).
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Incorporate Apples: Fold in the chopped apples evenly.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.
Notes
- For added spice, mix in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
